CHARLESTON, W.Va., — West Virginia American Water announced that applications are now being accepted by for the company's 2012 Environmental Grant Program awards, according to a press release.

The Environmental Grant Program offers funds for innovative, community-based environmental projects that improve, restore or protect the watersheds, surface water and/or groundwater supplies through partnerships, stated the release.

“West Virginia American Water is committed to ensuring water quality through testing and treatment, as well as through consumer education and community source protection programs,” said President Wayne Morgan. “We are all environmental stewards in protecting our water supplies, and this program is one way we help communities play an active role in this important effort. We are excited to offer this grant program and look forward to making this an annual initiative.”

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